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Festivals, fêtes and school events in Boxgrove, West Sussex
Hot, crisp and cooked while you wait: a fish and chip van for your event in Boxgrove and the surrounding area.
- Feeding event crew
- Village fêtes and summer fairs
- Fundraisers
Planning an event in Boxgrove?
A chip van compared with other options
Burger vans are common at events. Fish and chips adds variety. Dates make a difference: summer Saturdays and December Fridays are the busiest days of the year. It is worth asking early.
Why us?
- Everything cooked to order at your event
- The classic sides: peas, curry sauce and gravy
- A quote that spells everything out
- Events in Boxgrove and across West Sussex
Take a look at our prices page or what a fish and chip van costs.
About our fish and chip van for events in Boxgrove
We trade at village fêtes, school fairs, sports days, festivals and shows, from small community events to bigger crowds. On the menu are cod and chips, mushy peas and curry sauce, and typical bookings are for music and food festivals and fundraisers.
Near Boxgrove, events may be far from shops and cafés, so fish and chips goes down well. You’ll know what’s included before you book: serving times, the menu and anything else agreed, with no surprises on the day.
- Where
- Boxgrove (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- On the menu
- Cod and haddock, chips, sausages and pies
- On the side
- Mushy peas, curry sauce, gravy
- Quotes
- Quoted for your event
- Page updated
- 24 October 2026
Event catering near Boxgrove
Boxgrove is about 3 miles north-east of Chichester, in West Sussex. People in Boxgrove book us for all sorts of reasons, but the plan is always the same: somewhere to park, a time to serve and fresh frying. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. Our nearest city page is Brighton, about 25 miles away.
School fairs, for a school like Boxgrove CofE Primary School, are a natural fit for a fish and chip van. For visitors coming by rail, the closest railway station is Chichester station, roughly 3.5 miles south-west of the centre. The coast is within about 6 miles of Boxgrove, so for seaside events we plan a sheltered pitch.
We cover events in every part of the PO18 postcode area. Whether your event is on The Street, Priory Close and Kirkby Close or anywhere nearby, we’ll bring the van to you. Neighbouring places where we serve events include Halnaker (1 mile north), Tangmere (1 mile south), Strettington (1 mile west), Waterbeach (1 mile north-west) and Westerton (1 mile west). Further out, we also take the van to Worthing (14 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles south), Chichester (3 miles south-west), Selsey (9 miles south), Littlehampton (9 miles east) and Emsworth (10 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include Chichester Centre (2.7 miles west) and Tote Copse Castle (1.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Boxgrove includes Levin Down.
- Local schools include Ormiston Six Villages Academy (2.5 miles south-east)
- Nearby, you will find The Winterton Arms Public House (0.9 miles east)
Events we cater in Boxgrove
It suits almost every visitor.
Big or small, the van works the same way. Typical bookings include:
- Summer fairs
- Agricultural and country shows
- Crew and volunteer catering
- School fairs and sports days
A summer fête at The Priory Church of St Mary and St Blaize is the classic setting for a fish and chip van.
Before booking anyone
- What happens if plans change
- What the price includes, item by item
- VAT, if it applies
- Payment terms and deposit
DIY versus a fish and chip van
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van solves that by cooking on site.
A DIY buffet works for small groups. For bigger numbers, a van makes life easier, and you get to enjoy the day.
The process
We need a level, firm place to park the van, close to where people will eat, and we agree exactly where before the day. For an evening event in Boxgrove, sunset is about 8:50pm in late May and 9:20pm in late June; after that, the pitch needs good lighting.
- We start with a few details about your event.
- We check the date and where the van will park, then send a quote.
- We agree timings, access and the parking spot.
- On the day, we park up and fry fresh for your visitors.
- We serve from the hatch, then leave the pitch tidy.
How to prepare
- Plan where the queue will stand
- Plan a bit of cover near the hatch if rain is likely
- Give us a contact for the day
Get a quote
Getting a quote is simple: tell us the date, place, numbers and serving time. We’ll send a clear quote that says what’s included.
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Your questions about a fish and chip van for your event in Boxgrove
Do you come out to small places like Boxgrove?
Not at all. We serve villages and hamlets as well as towns. Let us know about access and parking.
How far is Boxgrove from London?
About 52 miles from central London, and we cover it as standard.
Is there a non-fish option?
Sausage and chips and pie and chips are on the menu. Let us know about any other dietary needs and we’ll tell you what we can offer.
Can you cook in the rain?
The weather does not stop the van, because the fryers are inside. Soft ground after heavy rain is the bigger issue, so have a hard-surface spot in mind.
How soon do we need to book?
As early as you can, especially for summer weekends and December. Ask about your date even if it’s soon.
Do you pay a pitch fee?
It depends on the event: pitch fee, percentage or minimum. We will agree terms before the day.
Who clears up?
We clear the van’s area after service. Let us know about bins for visitors.
Can you feed our volunteers and crew?
We can. Tell us how many and when, and we will quote.
Planning for dietary needs
We take allergies seriously. Help us by following these steps:
- Give us an idea of numbers
- Set a time for helpers’ food
- Agree how we will be paid: pitch fee, share of takings or minimum
- Ensure allergen information is available
We arrive before the gates open to set up on the pitch.
A sign at the entrance tells visitors hot food is available.
A closer look at the menu
Cod and chips
Cod is the classic: mild, white and flaky, and it’s what most people in the south ask for. We batter it and fry it to order.
Pie and chips
For a heartier option, there is pie and chips, perfect with gravy.
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Prices and what affects them
Here’s what makes the biggest difference to the price:
- How long we serve
- Numbers
- The minimum booking
- The menu and how many choices
Many fish and chip vans set a minimum, because the van, fuel and travel cost the same for a small group. We’ll tell you up front.
What we need to know
You don’t need everything decided to ask for a quote, but it helps to know:
- Any dietary needs and allergies
- The spot you have in mind for the van
- The venue or postcode
- Roughly how many people, including children
To get a price, use our quote form. Tell us about your event in Boxgrove, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
Where the van can park in Boxgrove
The right spot keeps everyone safe and the service smooth. We need:
- The landowner’s or organiser’s permission for the van
- Space for a queue away from paths
- A level, firm pitch the van can drive onto
If you’re unsure, send a picture of the space and the way in, and we’ll say what we think.
On the menu in Boxgrove
- Curry sauce
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Mushy peas
- Chips
- Sausage and chips
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch